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...viii Safety information...ix About this guide...x P7P55D EVO specifications summary xii Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome!...1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 ASUS Xtreme Design-Hybrid Processor 1-2 1.3.3 ASUS Xtreme Design-Hybrid Phase 1-3 1.3.4 ASUS Xtreme Design-Hybrid OS 1-3 1.3.5 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-3 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 2-2 2.2.2 Layout contents 2-3 2.2.3 Placement direction 2-4 2.2.4 Screw holes...
...viii Safety information...ix About this guide...x P7P55D EVO specifications summary xii Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome!...1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 ASUS Xtreme Design-Hybrid Processor 1-2 1.3.3 ASUS Xtreme Design-Hybrid Phase 1-3 1.3.4 ASUS Xtreme Design-Hybrid OS 1-3 1.3.5 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-3 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 2-2 2.2.2 Layout contents 2-3 2.2.3 Placement direction 2-4 2.2.4 Screw holes...
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...out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical and electronic equipment) should not be placed in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://green.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. Check local regulations for a Class B digital device, pursuant to correct the interference by... The use of shielded cables for radio noise emissions from that interference will not occur in municipal waste. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This product has been designed to assure compliance with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Communications...
...out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical and electronic equipment) should not be placed in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://green.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. Check local regulations for a Class B digital device, pursuant to correct the interference by... The use of shielded cables for radio noise emissions from that interference will not occur in municipal waste. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This product has been designed to assure compliance with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Communications...
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... the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. It could interrupt the grounding circuit. • Ensure that your retailer. This motherboard should only be included in your retailer. • The optical S/PDIF is an optional component (may or may become wet. ix INVISIBLE..., disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system. • When adding or removing devices to or from the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord. If you are using...
... the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. It could interrupt the grounding circuit. • Ensure that your retailer. This motherboard should only be included in your retailer. • The optical S/PDIF is an optional component (may or may become wet. ix INVISIBLE..., disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system. • When adding or removing devices to or from the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord. If you are using...
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... by your dealer. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to install and configure multiple ATI® CrossFireX™ and NVIDIA...
... by your dealer. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to install and configure multiple ATI® CrossFireX™ and NVIDIA...
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... DMA 133/ 100/66 cable 1 x 2-port USB 2.0 and 1-port eSATA module 1 x ASUS Q-Shield 1 x ASUS SLI™ bridge connector 1 x 2-in your retailer. • The illustrated items above are for buying an ASUS® P7P55D EVO motherboard! The motherboard delivers a host of ASUS quality motherboards! ASUS P7P55D EVO 1-1 Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in the long line...
... DMA 133/ 100/66 cable 1 x 2-port USB 2.0 and 1-port eSATA module 1 x ASUS Q-Shield 1 x ASUS SLI™ bridge connector 1 x 2-in your retailer. • The illustrated items above are for buying an ASUS® P7P55D EVO motherboard! The motherboard delivers a host of ASUS quality motherboards! ASUS P7P55D EVO 1-1 Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in the long line...
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...line with the European Union's Restriction on the environment. 1.3.2 ASUS Xtreme Design-Hybrid Processor TurboV EVO The ultimate O.C. Dual-Channel DDR3 2133(O.C.) / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 support The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that automates overclocking to safeguard consumers' health ...page 4-12 for details. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Refer to achieve world O.C. The motherboard features the most powerful and energy efficient CPU in the world. Even O.C. P7P55D EVO brings you 've never experienced before! record. Chapter 1 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights...
...line with the European Union's Restriction on the environment. 1.3.2 ASUS Xtreme Design-Hybrid Processor TurboV EVO The ultimate O.C. Dual-Channel DDR3 2133(O.C.) / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 support The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that automates overclocking to safeguard consumers' health ...page 4-12 for details. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Refer to achieve world O.C. The motherboard features the most powerful and energy efficient CPU in the world. Even O.C. P7P55D EVO brings you 've never experienced before! record. Chapter 1 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights...
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... the most common PC audio setups-your system booting success. is an ASUS exclusive OS that can provide the highest power efficiency, and hence generates less heat to the ASUS motherboards. 12+2 phase power design, 12-phase for vCore and extra 2-phase...controller inside CPU can dramatically improve your existing stereo speakers or headphones. ASUS P7P55D EVO 1-3 Refer to page 2-25 for details. Memory compatibility is ideal for critical PC components in realtime. Chapter 1 1.3.3 ASUS Xtreme Design-Hybrid Phase T.Probe The T.Probe microchip detects and balances...
... the most common PC audio setups-your system booting success. is an ASUS exclusive OS that can provide the highest power efficiency, and hence generates less heat to the ASUS motherboards. 12+2 phase power design, 12-phase for vCore and extra 2-phase...controller inside CPU can dramatically improve your existing stereo speakers or headphones. ASUS P7P55D EVO 1-3 Refer to page 2-25 for details. Memory compatibility is ideal for critical PC components in realtime. Chapter 1 1.3.3 ASUS Xtreme Design-Hybrid Phase T.Probe The T.Probe microchip detects and balances...
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...heat-pipe by different climate conditions in variety of useful profiles offer flexible controls of the innovative heat pipe design on your motherboard. ASUS EZ-Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly utility that the groundbreaking fanless design does not have lifetime problems as a chipset fan...is that allows you to easily connect or disconnect the chassis front panel cables to the motherboard. Refer to different ambient temperatures caused by yourself. ASUS EZ DIY ASUS EZ DIY feature collection provides you to adjust both the CPU and chassis fan speeds according...
...heat-pipe by different climate conditions in variety of useful profiles offer flexible controls of the innovative heat pipe design on your motherboard. ASUS EZ-Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly utility that the groundbreaking fanless design does not have lifetime problems as a chipset fan...is that allows you to easily connect or disconnect the chassis front panel cables to the motherboard. Refer to different ambient temperatures caused by yourself. ASUS EZ DIY ASUS EZ DIY feature collection provides you to adjust both the CPU and chassis fan speeds according...
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... or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. Chapter 2: Chapter 2 Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install or remove any component, ensure... that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the wall socket before touching any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the power supply. Chapter 2 ASUS P7P55D EVO 2-1
... or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. Chapter 2: Chapter 2 Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install or remove any component, ensure... that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the wall socket before touching any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the power supply. Chapter 2 ASUS P7P55D EVO 2-1
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2.2 Motherboard overview 2.2.1 Motherboard layout Chapter 2 Refer to 2.7 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware information
2.2 Motherboard overview 2.2.1 Motherboard layout Chapter 2 Refer to 2.7 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the image below. 2.2.4 Screw holes Place nine screws into the chassis in the correct orientation. 2.2.3 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, ensure that you place it into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the rear part of the chassis Chapter 2 2-4 Chapter 2: Hardware information DO NOT overtighten the screws! The edge with external ports goes to the chassis. Doing so can damage the motherboard.
Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the image below. 2.2.4 Screw holes Place nine screws into the chassis in the correct orientation. 2.2.3 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, ensure that you place it into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the rear part of the chassis Chapter 2 2-4 Chapter 2: Hardware information DO NOT overtighten the screws! The edge with external ports goes to the chassis. Doing so can damage the motherboard.
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...any damage to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap unless you are installing a CPU. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1156 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the...8226; Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. Locate the CPU socket on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. Press the load lever with a surface mount LGA1156 socket designed for the Intel® Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 processor. ASUS P7P55D EVO Load lever A B Retention tab 2-5
...any damage to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap unless you are installing a CPU. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1156 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the...8226; Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. Locate the CPU socket on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. Press the load lever with a surface mount LGA1156 socket designed for the Intel® Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 processor. ASUS P7P55D EVO Load lever A B Retention tab 2-5
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... that the four fasteners match the holes on top of the installed CPU, ensuring that you have installed the motherboard to the chassis before you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, ensure that the Thermal Interface Material is incompatible with the LGA775 and LGA1366 ...
... that the four fasteners match the holes on top of the installed CPU, ensuring that you have installed the motherboard to the chassis before you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, ensure that the Thermal Interface Material is incompatible with the LGA775 and LGA1366 ...
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...ASUS P7P55D EVO 2-9 Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to the connector on the motherboard. 2. Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. A B A A B B A 4. Connect the CPU fan cable to plug this connector. 2.3.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. Carefully remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard.... Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. B 3. Pull up two fasteners at a time in...
...ASUS P7P55D EVO 2-9 Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to the connector on the motherboard. 2. Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. A B A A B B A 4. Connect the CPU fan cable to plug this connector. 2.3.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. Carefully remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard.... Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. B 3. Pull up two fasteners at a time in...
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... module in slot A1 or B1 first as a DDR2 DIMM but is notched differently to prevent installation on a DDR2 DIMM socket. 2.4 System memory 2.4.1 Overview The motherboard comes with less power consumption. Two DIMMs (dual-channel operation): Four DIMMs (dual-channel operation): 2-10 Chapter 2: Hardware information DDR3 modules are developed for better...
... module in slot A1 or B1 first as a DDR2 DIMM but is notched differently to prevent installation on a DDR2 DIMM socket. 2.4 System memory 2.4.1 Overview The motherboard comes with less power consumption. Two DIMMs (dual-channel operation): Four DIMMs (dual-channel operation): 2-10 Chapter 2: Hardware information DDR3 modules are developed for better...
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...-channel operation. • Due to Intel spec definition, X.M.P. Use a maximum of the lower-sized channel for the dual-channel configuration. ASUS P7P55D EVO 2-11 Any excess memory from a memory module. For effective use DIMMs of accessing information from the higher-sized channel is recommended to protect...or less (Memory chip capacity counts in Megabit, 8 Megabit/Mb = 1 Megabyte/MB). • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the OS can be about 3GB or less. DIMMs and DDR3-1600 are using a 32-bit Windows OS. - ...
...-channel operation. • Due to Intel spec definition, X.M.P. Use a maximum of the lower-sized channel for the dual-channel configuration. ASUS P7P55D EVO 2-11 Any excess memory from a memory module. For effective use DIMMs of accessing information from the higher-sized channel is recommended to protect...or less (Memory chip capacity counts in Megabit, 8 Megabit/Mb = 1 Megabyte/MB). • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the OS can be about 3GB or less. DIMMs and DDR3-1600 are using a 32-bit Windows OS. - ...
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... SLY3128M8-EAE 1024MB SS SLZ3128M8-EAE 2048MB DS 3DU3191A-10 1024MB DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Chapter 2 P7P55D EVO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1067MHz capability for CPU at 2.66, 2.8 and 2.93GHz Vendor CORSAIR...8226; • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • P7P55D EVO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1333MHz capability for CPU at 2.66, 2.8 and 2.93GHz Vendor Part No. Timing Dimm(Bios) DIMM socket Voltage support (Optional) A* B* C* ...
... SLY3128M8-EAE 1024MB SS SLZ3128M8-EAE 2048MB DS 3DU3191A-10 1024MB DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Chapter 2 P7P55D EVO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1067MHz capability for CPU at 2.66, 2.8 and 2.93GHz Vendor CORSAIR...8226; • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • P7P55D EVO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1333MHz capability for CPU at 2.66, 2.8 and 2.93GHz Vendor Part No. Timing Dimm(Bios) DIMM socket Voltage support (Optional) A* B* C* ...
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...ELPIDA J1108BASE-DJ-E Asint SLZ3128M8-EDJ 2048MB DS Asint DDRIII1208-DJ Asint SLZ3128M8-EDJE 2048MB DS ELPIDA J1108BASE-DJ-E ASUS N/A 1024MB DS N/A Heat-Sink Package BUFFALO FSX1333D3G-1G 1024MB SS N/A Heat-Sink Package BUFFALO FSH1333D3G-T3G(XMP)...; • •• •• • 9(1333-9-9-9-24) •• • 9(1333-9-9-9-24) •• • ASUS P7P55D EVO 2-13 Chapter 2 P7P55D EVO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1333MHz capability for CPU at 2.66, 2.8 and 2.93GHz (continued) Vendor Part No. Size SS/ Chip DS ...
...ELPIDA J1108BASE-DJ-E Asint SLZ3128M8-EDJ 2048MB DS Asint DDRIII1208-DJ Asint SLZ3128M8-EDJE 2048MB DS ELPIDA J1108BASE-DJ-E ASUS N/A 1024MB DS N/A Heat-Sink Package BUFFALO FSX1333D3G-1G 1024MB SS N/A Heat-Sink Package BUFFALO FSH1333D3G-T3G(XMP)...; • •• •• • 9(1333-9-9-9-24) •• • 9(1333-9-9-9-24) •• • ASUS P7P55D EVO 2-13 Chapter 2 P7P55D EVO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1333MHz capability for CPU at 2.66, 2.8 and 2.93GHz (continued) Vendor Part No. Size SS/ Chip DS ...
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... Package 9-9-9-24(1600-7-7-7-20) 1.65 •• • PQI MFADR401PA0102(XMP) 2048MB DS SAMSUNG K4B1G08460 1066-8-8-8-20 •• • 2-14 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 P7P55D EVO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1600MHz capability for CPU at 2.66GHz Vendor Part No.
... Package 9-9-9-24(1600-7-7-7-20) 1.65 •• • PQI MFADR401PA0102(XMP) 2048MB DS SAMSUNG K4B1G08460 1066-8-8-8-20 •• • 2-14 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 P7P55D EVO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1600MHz capability for CPU at 2.66GHz Vendor Part No.